Catch it early

Let's start with our Joke!

Q: What did the computer do for lunch?

A: It had a Byte

I came across an intriguing article by Paul Morgan, a researcher at Penn State College of Education, that delves into the racial and ethnic disparities in STEM achievement, revealing that these gaps begin as early as kindergarten.

The research highlights significant disparities in science and math performance among young students. By elementary school, about 13% to 16% of white students demonstrated advanced abilities in these subjects, compared to just 3% to 4% of Black and Hispanic students. By the end of fifth grade, around 13% of white students and 22% of Asian students showed advanced math skills, while only 2% of Black students and 3% of Hispanic students reached the same level.

The findings emphasize that early intervention is crucial for improving outcomes.

You can read the full article here.